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  Mamata urges Sitharaman to rollback GST on life, health insurance premiums: 'Highly anti-people...'

  August 02, 2024 17:22 IST

  Mamata Banerjee said that the imposition of GST on insurance premiums increases the financial burden on the common people and urged Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to withdraw the Centre's recent move in the Union Budget.

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  'Tax on life's uncertainties': Gadkari writes to Sitharaman on GST on life insurance premium

  India | July 31, 2024 12:48 IST

  Nitin Gadkari requested the Finance Minister to consider 'Withdrawal of GST' on Life and Medical Insurance Premium on priority as it becomes cumbersome for the senior citizens.

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  Lok Sabha approves Union Budget 2024-25

  Budget | July 30, 2024 19:38 IST

  The Lower House of the Parliament approved the Union Budget 2024-25. The budget was presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23.

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  Parliament Monsoon Session HIGHLIGHTS: Abhishek Banerjee criticises BJP on wage employment

  India | July 30, 2024 23:10 IST

  Parliament Monsoon Session HIGHLIGHTS: The session is expected to address critical legislative business, including the passage of several key bills related to economic reforms, national security, and social welfare.

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  India will soon be third largest economy: PM Modi tells Industry leaders in post-budget conference

  India | July 30, 2024 14:30 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a post-budget conference today in the national capital at noon. The event was attended by over 1,000 participants from the industry, government, the diplomatic community.

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  Parliament Monsoon Session HIGHLIGHTS: BJP appoints MP Sanjay Jaiswal as Chief Whip in Lok Sabha

  India | July 29, 2024 21:02 IST

  Parliament Monsoon Session HIGHLIGHTS: Debates were held in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha over the Delhi coaching centre death incident in which three students died on Saturday. Rahul Gandhi addressed the Lok Sabha and attacked the Modi government over Budget 2024.

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  Opinion Poll: Do you consider Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2024 beneficial for the middle class?

  India | July 26, 2024 17:47 IST

  India's economic growth continues to shine while the global economy is still in the grip of policy uncertainty, Sitharaman added.

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  Gold prices plunge by Rs 5,000/10 gm after Budget announcement, check new rates here

  Business | July 26, 2024 15:57 IST

  Gold prices plummeted by Rs 5,000 per 10 grams following the government's budget announcement to reduce the basic customs duty on gold. This 7% drop is expected to benefit the organized jewellery sector and curb smuggling, encouraging more investments in gold.

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  Union Budget 2024: What makes Study in India more attractive in Budget 2024? Nirmala Sitharaman

  Originals | July 25, 2024 19:14 IST

  Union Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her seventh straight budget and the first of the third National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, has delivered great news for students pursuing higher education in India. Let's dive into what Budget 2024 offers for the education sector.

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  OPINION | Union Budget 2024: Is it for two states, made by two persons?

  India | July 25, 2024 14:10 IST

  The Opposition objected to the special assistance given to Bihar and Andhra Pradesh, ruled by NDA allies, ignoring the demands of other states in the Budget. Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that the Budget was prepared with a view to "save Modi government"

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  Union Budget 2024: What is climate finance taxonomy announced by Nirmala Sitharaman? EXPLAINED

  Explainers | July 25, 2024 13:42 IST

  Climate Finance Taxonomy: As global temperatures continue to rise and the adverse effects of climate change become more pronounced, the urgency for countries to transition to a net-zero economy has never been greater. In such a context, the role of taxonomy becomes of paramount importance.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Is the Budget 2024 made only for 2 people?

  Aaj Ki Baat | July 24, 2024 22:57 IST

  Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024 in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Many big announcements have been made in this budget from Bihar to Andhra Pradesh.

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  Union Budget 2024: EAM Jaishankar highlights importance of Budget 2024 amid global situation

  News | July 24, 2024 22:15 IST

  EAM Dr S Jaishankar lauded the Union Budget 2024 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. He said that the Budget seeks to maintain growth, manage, and reduce inflation to ensure that our national capabilities grow.

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  Union Budget 2024: Who Benefited, Who Didn't? Impact and Key Takeaways

  Originals | July 24, 2024 22:20 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her seventh consecutive Union Budget for 2024-25 on Tuesday in Parliament. This budget focuses on job creation, supporting local businesses, infrastructure development, youth and women skill initiatives, and a simpler tax regime for the middle class.

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  Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals key focus areas in Railway Budget 2024 | DETAILS

  India | July 24, 2024 17:47 IST

  Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw addressed a press conference and elaborated on the railway sector's budget allocations.

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  Naveen Patnaik on Union Budget: 'Feel disappointed at continued neglect of Odisha'

  India | July 24, 2024 12:32 IST

  The ruling BJP, on the other hand, termed the budget proposals as “growth-oriented” and it would help generate employment.

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  Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Did PM Modi fulfil Rahul Gandhi's promise in Union Budget 2024?

  Kurukshetra | July 23, 2024 23:23 IST

  Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024 in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Many big announcements have been made in this budget from Bihar to Andhra Pradesh.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: What middle-class taxpayers got from Budget

  Aaj Ki Baat | July 23, 2024 23:01 IST

  Aaj Ki Baat: What middle-class taxpayers got from Budget

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  After Stalin, Siddaramaiah announces to boycott NITI Aayog meet citing 'discrimination' in budget

  Karnataka | July 24, 2024 6:57 IST

  Earlier, the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister also announced to boycott NITI Aayog meeting saying that it was appropriate to skip the meeting as the state was neglected in the budget.

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  Budget 2024: What's for youth in Sitharaman's announcement? HR, Ed-tech industry experts explain

  Budget | July 23, 2024 19:10 IST

  HR, Ed-tech industry experts termed the Budget for 2024-25 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as forward-thinking which aligns with the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat'.